1. Keep tattoo bandaged for 2-12 hours.

2. Wash hands before removing bandage. wash tattoo with warm water and anti-bacterial soap. Tattoo should be cleaned until no longer slimy or glazed. DO NOTscrub or use washcloth.

3. Pat until tattoo is dry. DO NOT rub. Let air dry for a few minutes

4. Apply very light coat of A&D ointment.

5. Clean tattoo using this procedure 5-7 times per day.

6. After 3 days stop using ointment. Use fragrance-free lotion. Apply to tattoo at least 3 times per day. Always wash hands before touching tattoo.

More Tips for a Better Tattoo
DO NOT expose tattoo to sunlight for at least 2 weeks or untill healed.

To preserve your tattoo after healing apply sunblock 20 min before exposing to sunlight.

DO NOTsubmerge tattoo in water (bathing, swiming) until healed.

Take time off from working out. profuse sweating can have the same effect as submerging in water.

Wear loose clothing to allow tattoo to breathe and not irratate it.

DO NOT pick or scratch new tattoo. this will cause damage.

if it itches, apply more lotion. average healing time is 7-14 days.